How can I prevent OS X to switch the keyboard layout at startup and on admin password request?
I switched my keyboard layout on my new Macbook Pro 13" retina from German to UK. This works fine most of the time, but when I boot my system I have to insert my password with the German layout.
The same happens when my Mac requires the admin password. When I install a new app I have to insert my admin password and the dialog switches always to German layout.
Is there a way to switch the "global" keyboard layout, not just the layout of my account?
Yes there is a way. Two ways, in fact.
The wrong way: reinstall osx and select the keyboard you want.
The right way: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4099
That links says that you should:
go to system prefs,
Go to 'users and groups'
Select 'login options'. Authenticate (if needed)
Select 'Show input menu in login window'
Log out
Select the new keyboard
Log in
Enjoy
I actually never had a problem with the admin prompt being in another keyboard. Maybe this will fix it.